In South Africa, 16-year-olds can ride motorbikes on public roads Many lives were lost to motorcycle accidents in 2017 Ford continues to develop technologies to help make the roads safer for everyone Many road users have a love/hate relationship… more

Table-top exhibiting options at Tyrexpo Africa and the Co-located GarageXpo Africa – A smart way to experience the exhibition and business matching services from only $1,000 SGD / ZAR 9,000. Limited slots available, so reserve your space today! Due… more

Ballito teenager Daniel Duminy embarks on a huge racing season when he debuts his new SMD Polo GTI in the opening round of the 2018 Engen Volkswagen Cup at Kyalami’s Festival of Motorsport Saturday 24 March. Duminy starts his third season in the… more

They’re all recycled and used for seats, insulation, and plastic components in Ford cars! From an early age, it was drilled into all of us that recycling is good for the environment. Who hasn’t been through a newspaper drive, collected used cans or… more

From April 1st, additional convergence will be put in place to accelerate synergies in key operational areas as part of the Alliance 2022 mid-term plan. Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi today announced that they have met with the necessary employee… more

Lifetime Achievement Award - Manny de Canha Two stalwarts in the South African motor retailing business, Manny da Canha and Lindsay Bouchier, were presented with Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) at… more

Autoworks, a MIWA-accredited chain of workshops in the Milnerton, Strand, Salt River and Brackenfell areas, is bringing much-needed skills upliftment to interns as part of a partnership programme with Falsebay College. Gunther Schmitz, owner of… more

For a professional replacement of the SKF Timing tensioner VKM 15218, SKF recommends to follow all fitting steps available on the attached sheet to avoid a tensioner or a timing belt misalignment that could lead to an engine breakdown. SKF Technical… more

Group gearing to become multiple-site giga factory delivering on energy requirements of international customer base Revenue up 6.3% to R9.5bn Operating profit up 15.9% to R847m HEPS up 22.6% to 281 cents Final dividend of 80 cents per share declared… more

Mitsubishi has taken the design of its flagship ASX, the GLS CVT, to a new level of class, creating a stylish frontal appearance and an impressive on-road presence. At the same time, the rear view and side appearance have also been updated with new… more

Imperial Logistics is expanding its river transportation management capabilities and the company has developed an integrated solution for its inland shipping routes in South America - encompassing state of the art transportation and warehousing… more

The association between Abarth and the Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team continues: the Scorpion Brand partners the team competing in the FIM 2018 MotoGP World Championship This year the front of the fairing of the two Yamaha YZR-M1 2018 bikes again… more

As digital advancements transform the driving experience, they are also fundamentally changing how society engages with the vehicle in the retail environment, writes, Trevor Hill - Head of Audi South Africa. Automotive brands find themselves at a… more

15 March 2018 marked the first anniversary of the trial on the Panda powered by natural gas, the biomethane produced by the wastewater treatment plant operated by the CAP Group at Bresso-Niguarda (Milan). It was on 14 March 2017 that Elisa… more

3,000 kilometres, seven stages and 400 teams from all over the world: just some of the record-breaking figures of the tenth edition of the Panda Raid, a competition open only to classic Panda cars. From Madrid to Lake Mohammed V, tackling rough… more

The impact of the prevailing drought is clearly visible, even in urban areas, with dead lawns and unwashed cars becoming a mark of pride. It has also affected the autos industry, from dealerships to car washes and individual car owners themselves.… more

Autograph sessions with Walter Röhrl plus other racing legends and works drivers Dubai. The Porsche Museum is celebrating “70 years of the Porsche sports car” at this year’s Retro Classics exhibition. Every hour at the Porsche stand, visitors are… more

Preview: Sasol GTC2 Championship – Rd 1, Kyalami – 24th March The Ferodo and Champion MINI John Cooper Works GTC2 race cars are ready to take the fight to rivals Volkswagen in their quest for championship honours. With proven race winner Bradley… more

According to McKinsey & Company’s report, the global automotive industry will see an increase in profits to EUR 79 billion by 2020. Emerging markets are projected to grow more than three times as fast as established markets. The total contribution… more

Goodyear South Africa is proud to announce the launch of its enterprise and supplier development initiative, Umthombo Development Programme. Umthombo which means fountain and signifies "the source from which something proceeds or is supplied" is… more

22 Brand New Polo GTI's will line up for the start of the 2018 Engen Polo Cup Season Kyalami start for Engen Polo Cup Championship Championship up for grabs as 2017 Champion moves on The Engen Volkswagen Polo Cup series - one of South Africa's… more

Strengthening its presence in the higher kVA segment with its 250 kVA & 320 kVA offering in the Diesel Generators Establishing a footprint in the Construction industry by introducing the Mahindra Earthmaster Backhoe Loader (TLB). Mahindra Powerol… more

Skills Development for Employment Equity & Training Commitees workshop talking place on 12 April 2018 at the Holiday Inn Rosebank, Johannesburg; South Africa and on the 13 April 2018 at the Protea Hotel Durban Umhlanga Ridge, Durban,South Africa.… more

In 2010, Pravin Gordhan stated that the South African economy would need to grow by 7% per annum for years to come to create jobs and reduce poverty. Despite the intention of the introduction of a new national minimum wage (NMW) to bridge the wage… more

MasterNews: Changes ahead The team at MasterDrive constantly strives to improve your experience with our weekly newsletter. Thus, after conducting some research, we have decided to move the newsletter to a Tuesday. This is what you can look forward… more

Johannesburg – Each year the South African motoring fraternity gathers to celebrate motoring excellence as represented by the WesBank South African Car Of The Year competition. At the 33rd running of the event, the revered German manufacturer,… more

The Expo provides manufacturers and distributors direct access to the Latin American and Caribbean OEM, REPLACEMENT PARTS, AFTERMARKET PARTS, AUTOMOTIVE REMANUFACTURED PARTS, and TUNING markets in a warm and personal setting that forges long lasting… more

There are many reasons that attribute to the growing water crisis in South Africa. Climate change and rising temperatures are making droughts more frequent and severe, with potentially devastating consequences for agriculture, water supply and human… more

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber in partnership with the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) today (13 March 2017) announced that it has launched a new one-year Exporter Development Programme as part of an enterprise development… more

While most companies know how much logistics costs them, they may not know how much it could earn them. Leading logistics company, DACHSER, has developed an innovative methodology that articulates the positive financial impact logistics performance… more

Courageous business woman and director, Karen Petersen, is swapping the boardroom for a Jag during one of the continent’s most unique motor rallies. Backed by her sponsor, SADC Plan, the ‘Padvarkies’ crew which is headed up by Petersen and includes… more

More traffic is expected on the roads in the coming weeks as families from across the country prepare to enjoy the Easter holidays. Schools close for the Easter break on 28 March and reopen on 10 April. Easter Weekend begins on 30 March (Good… more

Large, noisy chargers on a showroom floor definitely detract from a customer’s experience and can ultimately affect your bottom line. Charging Systems Africa (CSAF) have been powering up South Africa with the introduction of a range of intelligent… more

Value-added tax (“VAT”) was introduced in South Africa in September 1991 to replace GST (General Sales Tax) as an indirect tax. VAT was imposed in 1991 at a statutory rate of 10%, and then increased to 14% in 1993. Since then, the rate of the tax… more

The BMW X2 (fuel consumption combined: 6.3 – 5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 143 – 131 g/km*) is more than just a new BMW X model. With its unmistakable design and sporty, urban genes, it makes a confident impression both in its class and within… more

Hydraulic and Automation Warehouse (HAW), part of the Hytec Group, has appointed Jean Beckley to the position of Branch Manager for its Johannesburg operation, effective 01 February 2018. Beckley, who has 10 years of experience within the Group in… more

SAA is finished according to the Auditor General (AG). Or, in the coded language that he uses, his findings “cast doubt on SAA’s ability to continue as a going concern”. The real surprise in the wake of last week’s AG Kimi Makwetu’s qualified audit… more

To make car dealerships more profitable using enhanced retail data Quazar Automotive, a leading provider of consulting, training and financial data services to South Africa’s automotive sector, has announced an alliance with UK-based ASE Global that… more

Research suggests companies within transport and logistics are prioritising IoT to improve environmental sustainability and enhance their operational success 13 March 2018: The Internet of Things (IoT) will play a pivotal role in enabling the… more

Talk Radio 702 and Cape Talk are launching the next season of Business Accelerators (#BizX) in March. #BizX is the biggest entrepreneur and business owner promotion over radio globally. It’s an opportunity to feature your business to the plus 1… more

The South African Guild of Motoring Journalists is pleased to announce that Michelin Tyre Company South Africa have come on board as headline sponsors of the Motor Sportsman of the Year competition for 2017 and beyond. In existence for 24 years, the… more

The plight of wild horses in drought-stricken Namibia has resulted in three Industrial Services Holdings (InServe) companies stepping up to the plate to assist in delivering 112 teff bales for the Namibia Wild Horses Foundation. According to the… more

The FP Diesel® brand comprises high-quality and OE quality parts for off-highway and heavy-duty engines Johannesburg, South Africa, March 12th, 2018.Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a leading global supplier of products and services to global manufacturers… more

The winners and finalists in the various categories of the Sewells-MSX International/NADA 2017 Business of the Year (BOTY) contest once again showed, with the financial performances of their companies, that South African vehicle retailers continue… more

All manufacturing processes are completely CO2-neutral Peter Kössler: Member of the Audi Board of Management responsible for Production: “We are working on making every factory in the Group even more sustainable. Audi Brussels has been awarded a… more

Hyundai Motorsport has secured its most competitive finish on the grueling gravel stages of Rally Mexico on the weekend when Dani Sordo picked up his first podium of the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) with a strong run to second place. The… more

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) recently hosted its annual Dealer of the Year Awards where the VCSA dealer network was honoured for its 2017 achievements. The 2017 VCSA Dealer of the Year awards saw Tom Campher Volvo Cars Johannesburg walk away with… more

It is that time of the year again where we are getting ready for the epic Night at the Races. Our event last year was such a roaring success, that we just have to do it again. This year we are joining up with The Rotary Club Northcliff to bring you… more

International chemicals and energy company Sasol, regarded as the employer of choice in Africa’s chemical & pharmaceuticals sector, is urging female learners in Grade 12 to seize the opportunity to be at the forefront of economic growth and… more

Overland Worx becomes the new name in independent Land Rover service, maintenance and repair Johannesburg, South Africa March 2018: South African independent Land Rover workshop Landyworx has undergone a rebrand and refresh to create the ultimate… more

Around 100,000 enthusiastic amateur golfers took part in the BMW Golf Cup International around the world and dreamed of qualifying for the World Final. The dream of 109 of those golfers came true in George, South Africa this week. The highlight of… more

Concept study of the first Porsche Cross-Utility Vehicle (CUV) celebrates its world premiere Dubai. Spark for the future: At the Geneva Motor Show, Porsche is presenting the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electronically powered… more

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport: South Africa (CILTSA) has secured funding from the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) for the training of 20 employed women and is inviting employers to enrol learners for this… more

World Water Day is celebrated on 22 March every year, and each year it highlights a specific aspect of fresh water. This year’s theme is ‘Nature for Water’, which will be amplified through the South African Department of Water and Sanitation’s… more

Automechanika Frankfurt, the world’s leading trade fair for the automotive service industry, is taking place for the 25th time this year, and for the first time alongside REIFEN – Messe Frankfurt has decided to mark the occasion by launching a… more

Van der Watt on the pace at St. Pete South Africa’s Julian van der Watt enjoyed a positive start to his US Formula 2000 road to Indy campaign at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg Miami, US over the weekend. Camps Bay Cape Town’s reigning… more

MasterTips: Distraction or greater safety? Is driver assistance technology aiding driver safety or can it be considered as a contributor to distracted driving? MasterTest: Sam says... my dogs loved it The Nissan Xtrail ‘Paw Pack’ was launched late… more

Thirty-seven percent of South African motorists say they will still choose diesel vehicles over petrol vehicles even though recent studies show up to 38 000 people die prematurely as a result of diesel engines exceeding their stated emissions… more

New products emerge to meet the region’s growing environmental policies As a leading platform for the automotive industry in Southwest China, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) continues to… more

Renault's funky new KWID which has offered affordable mobility to all is set to become even more sought-after within the entry level segment with the addition of the KWID AMT derivative SUV-inspired KWID design offers impressive 180 mm ground… more

The Automotive Industry Development Centre [AIDC] received three awards for their stellar training programmes at the Skills Development Summit Achiever Awards ceremony held in Midrand on Wednesday evening. The Achiever Awards recognised and… more

Top automotive designers crown sleek Japanese aesthetic-inspired design vision model. Second design award for VISION COUPE, which points the way forward for Mazda vehicles. The Mazda VISION COUPE has won "Concept Car of the Year" at the 11th-annual… more

Factory Driver stable to be bolstered by appointments of Ben Barnicoat, Paul Holton and Joe Osborne alongside previously announced Rob Bell McLaren Automotive has confirmed an expansion of the Factory Driver programme for its GT activities on the… more

The jury of 82 auto writers from around the globe selected the Mazda CX-5 as one of the top three candidates for 2018 World Car of the Year. Responsible for the World Car of the Year title, the jury members shortened their respective lists of… more

McLaren Sports Series models to manage on-track safety and coordination of one of the strongest fields in the history of the British GT Championship Seven entries confirmed to date will see McLaren represented in GT3 and GT4 classes, with Factory… more

Series: Understanding the lifespan of your car parts Part 2: How long does brake fluid last? So how often should you change your brake fluid? Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), an association of the Retail… more

AN OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED! We are pleased to announce that NEASA is once again able to provide employers with value added services that not only benefit your business directly, but also contributes to the development of South African youth.… more

The South African car market is dominated by pre-owned vehicle sales. The local new car market did get its first annual uptick in four years during 2017 but the growth was only a modest 1% and, by Gumtree Auto’s calculations, there were… more

Hamburg, March 2018. Hamburg-based manufacturer MEYLE has added another 13 products to its range of MEYLE‑ORIGINAL V‑ribbed belt kits for trucks thereby enabling repair professionals to service as an even wider range of truck applications. With the… more

Spark for the future: with the Mission E Cross Turismo, Porsche will be unveiling the concept study of an electrically driven cross utility vehicle (CUV) at the Geneva Motor Show. The strengths of the four-door Cross Turismo include an emotional… more

Geneva, March 2018 - The Ferrari 488 Pista is powered by the most powerful V8 engine in the Maranello marque's history and is the company's special series sports car with the highest level yet of technological transfer from racing. In fact the name,… more

Goodyear intelligent tyre prototype is designed to ensure optimal connectivity between tyre and fleet operators Geneva, March 2018 - At the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, Goodyear showcased the latest advances on its intelligent tyre… more

Goodyear's Oxygene concept envisions a driving solution that improves air quality Geneva, March 2018 - Goodyear's latest concept tyre, introduced at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, quite literally brings the future of mobility to life as a… more

The Audi e-tron prototype offers a preview of the first all-electric model from the Audi brand. The camouflaged exterior conceals a sporty premium SUV with space for five people along with plenty of luggage room - the space and comfort are similar… more

For companies involved in international trade, one of the key risk factors is a lack of understanding regarding customs regulations. Not only can getting to grips with regulatory environments be burdensome for companies and detract resources away… more

Tokyo, on March 6, 2018 - Subaru Corporation unveiled the Subaru VIZIV* Tourer Concept at the 88th Geneva International Motor Show. Since the debut of the Subaru VIZIV Concept in 2013, Subaru has produced a series of themed concept models embodying… more

Two NWM Ford Rangers will power the race-winning Woolridge brothers in highly-competitive Class T championship Brazilian crew of Marcos Baumgart and Kleber Cincea enters the fray in NWM-built and run X Rally Team Ford Ranger Six-round championship… more

An urban, electric robo-vehicle concept designed for public or private services Unique design makes shared travel enjoyable while improving urban quality of life Sets course for company vision that includes multiple options for mobility Geneva,… more

The new Volvo XC40 small SUV has been named the 2018 European Car of the Year ahead of the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland. It is the first win of this prestigious award for Volvo Cars, the premium car maker. "Winning this award with our new XC40… more

To date it has been ascertained that an estimated 28 000 Mazda's are affected in South Africa. These include Mazda2, Mazda6 and RX-8 vehicles produced between 2002 and 2014. Since the first recall announcement, MSA has sent out a press release,… more

Volvo Cars will showcase the 1967 Volvo 1800 S once owned by Sir Roger Moore and featured in television's 'The Saint' at the Volvo Cars Heritage stand at Techno-Classica Essen, Germany, March 21-25. It will be the first time the car is displayed at… more

The brand's display area pivots around performance and exclusivity. The Nürburgring Edition Stelvio Quadrifoglio Nring and Giulia Quadrifoglio Nring dominate the stand - two limited editions which pay tribute to the record-breaking performance of… more

Two EMEA premières: the all-new Wrangler, the fourth generation of the legendary Jeep® icon; and the new 2019 Jeep Cherokee, the latest evolution of the most capable, mid-size SUV that made history in its category. European debut of the new Jeep… more

The S-Design and Mirror families take to the stage in Geneva: Fiat's response to the latest requirements in terms of style, urban personality and connectivity. World première of the new 124 Spider S-Design, the ideal vehicle for those who seek… more

A highlight at the Geneva International Motor Show will be the Abarth 124 GT, Fiat's new special edition that has a double personality - a stylish coupé and a bold and dynamic roadster for real driving pleasure. The Abarth 695 Rivale, developed in… more

“We are at a moment in the history of our nation when the people, through their determination, have started to turn the country around. Now is the time to lend a hand... Now is the time for each of us to say ‘send me’... Now is the time for all of… more

Taki to race in Brett Swanepoel’s place The 2018 off-road racing season may not have started on the best footing for the Pepson Plastics Husqvarna Racing team on the hard news that its star rider, Brett Swanepoel would be sidelined for perhaps his… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa joins German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development to start partnership for mobility and training Together with key players from the private sector the German Federal Ministry for Economic… more

South African Airways (SAA) is a bloated and inefficient state-owned enterprise. If the government listened to reason rather than empty rhetoric, SAA could emulate the post-privatisation successes of Kenya Airlines. Like SAA, Kenya Airways was a… more

Imperial Logistics’ specialist capabilities and close collaboration with a long-standing client ensured the success of one of the most challenging transport projects ever undertaken by the supply chain and logistics leader. “Imperial Logistics… more

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has launched a new investment fund aimed at investing in high potential technology start-ups around the globe. The aim of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund is to invest in strategic technology trends that are transforming… more

MasterTips: Dodge the pothole Following good rainfall in many parts of the country, dodging potholes is becoming a necessity. Follow these tips to avoid painful repair costs. MasterTest: Bike expressions: The Suzuki Hayabusa 2017 This bike is quite… more

On Tuesday evening February 27th, 2018, Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) attended the Foreign Investment Trophy ceremony. With this trophy, Flanders Investment & Trade recognizes a remarkable investment made by an international company… more

Messe Frankfurt further expands its international network: With the acquisition of Forest Exhibitions Ltd, the Group now has its own subsidiary in the United Kingdom. In the last financial year, over 560 exhibitors and around 15,300 visitors came… more

Anything can be found in a farm’s barn but the term Barn Finds has a special meaning for car collectors. This is an entire category of valuable old cars, trucks or tractors discovered hidden away in barns. Jeff Osborne, Head of Automotive for… more

Over R1 Million in City Surf Series Prize Money Up for Grabs in Race to Nelson Mandela Bay Volkswagen South Africa is continuing the headline sponsorship of the City Surf Series. "For us, getting involved with the City Surf Series was a no-brainer… more

Project leaders appointed to drive increased cooperation and new synergy opportunities as part of Alliance 2022. Highlights of the new project initiative include: Extended convergence in Purchasing, Engineering and Manufacturing & Supply Chain Two… more

Commenting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of February, 2018 – released today for public consumption via the website of the Department of Trade & Industry – the Association said that the weaker trend in domestic new vehicle sales… more

Jonathan Adashek appointed Alliance Global Vice President, Communications, at Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi. Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, the world’s largest automotive alliance, today announced that Jonathan Adashek has been appointed Alliance Global… more

Global festival provides a unique opportunity for scientists to discuss their latest research with the broader public CAPE TOWN (27 February 2018) - Annual global festival Pint of Science will return to South Africa for a third time with a three… more

Flexible assembly systems for every requirement Electro mobility is the definitive key technology for the sustainable transport system of the future. The policy-assisted development of E-mobility is moving in the right direction. The automotive… more

Cape Town is not the first city to face a drought, but it is predicted to be the first major city to run out of water. Municipal water restrictions are in effect and “Zero Day” is expected to arrive in June 2018, at which point the municipality will… more

The United Arab Emirates to become part of the show’s international pavilion offerings The upcoming edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will debut its new Tyre Competence, a dedicated exhibitor categorisation which will sit alongside the shows… more

The announcement that Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. has acquired a 7.3-billion euro stake in Daimler AG may have stirred up controversy, but it is not an unsurprising move, says Jeff Osborne, Head of Gumtree Autos. "This may be the biggest… more

By Riyaadh Hassim and Louiza van Vuuren The evidence for climate change is clear worldwide. We see it in record heat levels, heavier rainstorms and severe droughts, increased tropical storms and hurricane intensity. This reality has forced a new era… more

Porsche South Africa invests in water saving measures Cape Town. The worsening water crisis in Cape Town is being addressed by Porsche South Africa, with the implementation of an innovative vehicle wash-bay water supply and recycling plant. The… more

Did you know that most South Africans have never taken a “local is lekker” holiday? While countless international travellers venture out to discover the untouched gems of South Africa, locals tend to stick to more familiar routes and destinations,… more

The spike in business enjoyed towards the end of last year by leading South African trailer and truck building company Serco has extended into 2018 with a healthy order book providing hope that the trend will continue for some time. Managing… more

According to McKinsey & Company’s report, the global automotive industry will see an increase in profits to EUR 79 billion by 2020. Emerging markets are projected to grow more than three times as fast as established markets. The total contribution… more

As part of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s sweeping new changes to the Cabinet, we welcome the appointment of Dr Blade Nzimande to the post of Minister of Transport. “We look forward to working with Dr Nzimande on issues affecting road users… more

Automotive industry executives are watching with alarm as consumer-focused sectors are disrupted by new entrants encouraging individuals to share goods and services with each other. Manufacturers who embrace this change open up new business models… more

Andrew Thabo Russell, a South African property developer at leading company Flanagan & Gerard Property Development & Investment, has broken the world record for the fastest time travelled between Cairo and Cape Town on a motorbike. Russell completed… more

Manufacturers based in South Africa often face unique and intricate operational challenges. From labour unrest to an unstable electrical grid, water shortages, harsh conditions and asset risks, there are various factors to consider, and strategic… more

ContiTech capable of supplying most automotive belts for Africa’s aftermarket All aftermarket products built to OEM requirements and quality – warranty in place Leading position with automotive OEMs provides platform for replacement business… more

Under the Volkswagen For Good campaign, a second Literacy Centre was opened at Mngcunube Primary School in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage The Campaign's vision is to ensure that learners are functionally literate by Grade 3 The end goal is to eradicate… more

24 March Festival opens SA National season It may yet be a month away, but the 2018 Extreme Festival South African National Championships will come to life on Saturday 24 March and where better to start a race season than at the home of South… more

Goscor Power Products (GPP), part of the Goscor Group, will showcase the full extent of its Weima product range at Grain SA's NAMPO Harvest Day from 15 to 18 May at Bothaville in the Free State. Last year’s unveiling of the Weima diesel-engine range… more

South Africa's Advanced Manufacturing progress will be showcased at the inaugural African Advanced Manufacturing and Composites Show in November. Details of the event which includes an exhibition, conferences, learning tours and national awards… more

Fuel prices are set to drop in March as South Africans benefit from a stable exchange rate and lower international fuel prices. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on unaudited month-end fuel data released by… more

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) is pleased to announce the extension of its contract with 25-year-old Spanish rider Marc Márquez, currently competing in the FIM*1 MotoGP World Championship for the HRC's factory team *2 "Repsol Honda Team," that will… more

Johannesburg, 26 February 2018 - The way forward with the National Health Insurance plan (NHI) is now starting to gain some momentum after the 2018/19 Budget speech (the Budget) in terms of a number of transitional arrangements, although not as many… more

Governments are often tempted to obfuscate reality through populist promises. South Africa is no different in this regard. For 23 years, health policy has gone from the 1995 policy paper on ‘free healthcare’ for all, to a Social Health Insurance… more

The focus on the customer and their requirements underpins the BMW Group’s presentation of the next steps on the road to digital and intelligent connectivity between the driver and vehicle at this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona,… more

Today, Honda and its new partner, Scuderia Toro Rosso, unveiled their new Formula 1 car, the STR13, fitted with the Honda RA618H power unit, at the Barcelona Catalunya Circuit. Following the reveal of the new car that Pierre Gasly and Brendon… more

The Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Company has been presented the prestigious Tyre Technology International Award for Innovation and Excellence in the category of "Environmental Achievement of the Year" during the 2018 Tyre Technology Expo in Hannover,… more

The steady advance of vehicle automation enables exciting possibilities for the transport industry and society as a whole. And Volvo Trucks has been at the forefront of this evolution for well over two decades. A newly released two-part film… more

Joint work in realistic, virtual environment Virtual-reality room creates three-dimensional impression of new models Ingolstadt, Audi is now testing a so-called virtual-reality holodeck for assessing the design of new car models. This technology… more

It is with great pleasure I announce that MAHLE Aftermarket Sub-Saharan Africa have added 3 Key AccountManagers to our team. Region of responsibilities will be communicated directly to you in due course. We look forward to being able to service your… more

Show days Extended to three, Friday 16th, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th, many new brands, more products displays with floor space extended for more product displays, top international guests on hand, hourly demonstrations and much, much more To… more

SA Endurance opener a fight to the finish Stuart White, Craig Jarvis and Stephen Young drove their Fantastic Racing Maui Formula Renault to victory in Saturday’s Mopar African Endurance Phakisa Six Hour race in Welkom, but not after a race-long duel… more

French manufacturer Renault has confirmed that it will officially support the upcoming Speedmachine festival [25-27 May, 2018], which incorporates the British leg of the FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy. Showcasing the… more

Pepson Plastics trio ready to race at Eshowe Pepson Plastics Husqvarna Racing starts its South African National Cross Country and Enduro campaign with a three-bike attack at the Eshowe SA Cross Country Opener Saturday 3 March. Big news for 2018 is… more

The 2018 budget focus is on squeezing additional taxes out of the small group of taxpayers to pay for the errors and excesses of government and its state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The aim should be to reduce taxes rather than extract more. Just 3.7%… more

The Ferrari Portofino made its official debut in South Africa at a private preview held at the official Ferrari dealer in Johannesburg. Revealed earlier than anticipated in the market, the Ferrari Portofino is the new V8 GT set to dominate its… more

The landmark car is a Fiat 500L Cross 1.6 MultiJet 90 kW bicolour Sicilia Orange with a glossy black roof. Launched in 2012 and refreshed in 2017, the model has been firmly at the top of its segment in Europe for five years running and an absolute… more

Without doubt the World Rally Championship (WRC) played a big role in establishing Subaru as a brand in the 90's. Scenes of Colin McRae's Subaru Impreza 555 jumping the air still excites to this day, and was the start of creating the Subaru passion… more

MINI brand set for growth with local partner No plans for additional sales organisation in China Expansion of BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture The BMW Group is in advanced discussions to ramp up the global success of its MINI brand through a… more

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) MAN Automotive South Africa (locally representing both VW and MAN heavy commercial vehicle brands) has recently demonstrated the overarching value that can be derived through establishing cross-market… more

MasterTips: Accident vs. Crash Amongst road safety circles you may have noticed that ‘crash’ is often used over ‘accident.’ Is there a difference or is it just semantics? MasterTest: Driving expressions: the Peugeot 3008 GT Line Peugeot calls their… more

In a world premiere, Renault will unveil a new concept focused on shared urban mobility. Introduction of a new 1.3-litre Energy TCe engine for Renault Captur and Renault Scenic. New R110 engine on ZOE, Europe’s top selling electric vehicle. Alpine… more

Improved efficiency, cost controls and visibility are among the benefits that Imperial Logistics clients will reap following the group’s implementation of a standardised transportation management system for all its road transport operations in… more

Appointment to the Board and audit and risk committee Mr Billy Mawasha has been appointed as an independent non-executive director of the Board and member of the Company’s audit and risk committee with effect from 1 March 2018. Mr Mawasha holds a… more

Hyundai Automotive South Africa's commercial vehicle range has received a healthy injection with the launch of the new Mighty EX8 truck, boasting several new features and an industry-leading factory warranty that makes it a formidable contender in… more

Phoenix, Arizona - This is the only known surviving example of Alfa Romeo’s very first commercial model, and it’s expected to fetch up to $1.5 million (R18.5 million) when it comes up for auction in January. Engineer and entrepreneur Nicola Romeo… more

Reducing energy bills up to 30% Striving for zero waste Optimised supply chains Schneider Electric’s food & beverage solutions are increasing the efficiency and sustainability of the industry and its dairy solutions allow users to seize new market… more

A total of 1,191,604 BMW 3 Series vehicles produced at BMW Group Plant Rosslyn since 1983. Current BMW 3 Series to be produced by other plants within the BMW Group production network. BMW Group Plant Rosslyn gets ready for the start of production of… more

The 2018 Budget was sure to be a delicate balancing act between the much needed tax hikes (whatever the reasons that got us onto this precarious economic precipice, the fact is that the situation is what it is) and adequate incentive to stimulate… more

Transatel will provide FCA with machine-to-machine connectivity for the provisioning of mobile network services and an IoT solution in the European Union region (EU 29) for its on-board telematics units as a result of a competitive tender. FCA has… more

South African motorists will have to fork out more when filling up their petrol tanks thanks to increases in both the fuel and Road Accident Fund (RAF) levies, which were announced by Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba in his 2018 budget speech today.… more

Two race wins, two class wins and overall for the day A new Brett Garland (AutObarn Total Sabat Racing) with his rebuilt Honda dominated the opening round of the SuperHatch class at the Midvaal Raceway this last weekend, taking the pole position,… more

Subaru East Rand has officially opened its doors to Subarists and would-be Subarists in eastern Johannesburg. The new dealership is ideally situated on North Rand Road, Boksburg and is operated by the Combined Motor Holdings Group (CMH). CMH is one… more

First images released ahead of unveiling at Geneva Motor Show Maranello, 21 February 2018 - The 488 Pista, which will be unveiled at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, is the successor to Ferrari's V8-engined special series - the 360 Challenge… more

Goodyear's Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV Ultra-High Performance tyre has been chosen as original equipment on the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio, the first SUV from the iconic Italian manufacturer. Matching Alfa Romeo's tradition of ground-breaking design and… more

FMF feature article by Eustace Davie Mr Ramaphosa, like most South Africans I am relieved that you have ascended to the country’s highest political post. However, you of all people know that you start your Presidency with an economy in deep trouble… more

The Porsche motorsport department is presenting Weissach’s newest development at the Geneva Motor Show: the 911 GT3 RS with motorsport chassis and 520hp (383 kW) from a four-litre, naturally-aspirated engine. This high-performance sports car is… more

Given the thrilling times in politics with the State of the Nation (SONA) address delivered by the newly elected President of the Republic, Cyril Ramaphosa, the spotlight will fall on the Minister of Finance, when he delivers the 2018 Annual Budget… more

World premiere for the new BMW X4: New edition of the first Sports Activity Coupe at the premium end of the mid-size class, of which more than 200,000 have been sold worldwide; expressive, now even more unique, design; premium interior ambience is… more

Road to Indy chance beckons for SA’s best South Africa’s 2018 Investchem Formula 1600 champion will win a chance to compete in the 2018 Mazda Road to Indy shootout in Phoenix, Arizona USA in December. The award confirmed this week by both Investchem… more

Hinwil, 20th February 2018 - The Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team has launched its new challenger, the C37, ahead of the 2018 Formula 1 championship. The C37 looks different to last year's C36 - on one hand, this is due to the new technical regulations,… more

It is hoped that an announcement will be made in the National Budget to the effect that a number of undesirable consequences of recent legislative changes to the Income Tax Act will be undone. According to David Warneke CA(SA), committee member of… more

Advancements in fuel consumption technologies has necessitated the need for using oils or lubricants to flush out the dirt collected in combustion engines. Diesel and gasoline continues to be adulterated across the globe, and the demand for such… more

Fuel levy increases more than double inflation The 52 cents a litre increase in the General Fuel and Road Accident Fund levies announced by Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba in today’s Budget Speech is cause for great concern, notes the Automobile… more

Commenting on the budget proposals announced today by the Minister of Finance, Mr Malusi Gigaba, in Parliament – the President of the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) – Mr Andrew Kirby said that the litmus… more

Establishes incubation and R&D centre for Li-ion battery development in Romania Enables partnership with the University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest on Artificial Intelligence (AI) project with for autonomous driving Aligns with Metair’s strategy to be… more

Renault has introduced a new 80kW electric motor, coming first on ZOE The new R110 motor provides ZOE with extra punch and greater versatility when driving outside urban areas The 2018 model-year ZOE features Android Auto compatibility and the… more

There is no question that it has been one of the most eventful and dramatic pre-budget weeks in the history of South Africa and it is a relief that we are having a budget speech as scheduled. Even though we are not sure how much the changes in the… more

Goodyear is proud to announce that it has been accredited with a wide range of both Summer and Winter tyres as original equipment fitments for the BMW 5 Series. The 5 Series drivers can count on the performance of the Goodyear UHP Eagle F1… more

Munich. The BMW 7 Series has landed a major Hollywood role alongside Oscar-winner Jennifer Lawrence in Red Sparrow, the new spy thriller from 20th Century Fox Film, which will open in cinemas on 2 March. Jennifer Lawrence plays Dominika Egorova, a… more

Easter is just around the corner – that time when explorers large and small get a chance to search for hidden treasures. MINI, of course, provides a source of adventure, inspiration and creativity all year round. Indeed, the stimulating and… more

I cannot recall a State of the Nation address that grasped my attention so much as President Ramaphosa’s maiden SONA address on 16 February 2018. Without underestimating the challenges lying ahead of us in any way, I felt exhilarated, eager to get… more

The last time the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate was increased, was 24 years ago. Most Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) today were in their teens back then. There is little institutional and practical knowledge to plan for the changes necessary to ensure… more

Johannesburg, 20 February 2018 - In the wake of the most rejuvenating State of the Nation (SONA) address this country has experienced in years, we now await the Minister of Finance’s Budget Speech on 21 February 2018 to determine how all of the… more

Tennant wins two for Q4 Fuels MX team in PE Cape Town rider Caleb Tennant put in a star performance as Q4 Fuel Husqvarna Racing enjoyed a solid start to the 2018 TRP Distributors South African National Motocross championship in Port Elizabeth on… more

Volvo Cars today launched its new three-cylinder Drive-E powertrain in the XC40, the company's first entry into the compact premium SUV segment. The new powertrain is the first three-cylinder engine in the company's 91-year history. The all-new 1.5… more

Bobcat Equipment South Africa, part of the Goscor Group, will showcase its full range of compact machinery, which is well-suited for application in the agricultural sector, at Grain SA's NAMPO Harvest Day from 15 to 18 May 2018 at Bothaville in the… more

Minister Gigaba seemingly has his back against the fiscal wall and will probably announce tax hikes in his 21 February budget. He should rather heed the advice of former UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill: “For a nation to try to tax itself into… more

Locally-built Ford Ranger selected as Car Magazine Best Buy for seventh consecutive year Ranger leads the popular double cab pick-up segment, remains one of SA's best-selling vehicles overall, and is among the country's top vehicle exports Recently… more

Thierry Neuville has claimed a first-ever victory for Hyundai Motorsport on the snowy stages of Rally Sweden on the weekend as he led a double podium result for the team in the second round of the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship. The Belgian,… more

Yesterday marked the start of a new chapter for one of the most celebrated and evocative names in motor racing history, with the launch of Brabham Automotive. Led by multiple Le Mans winner, David Brabham, the announcement marks a continuation of… more

South African Cross Country Series opens with Mpumalanga 400 in Dullstroom The tranquil town of Dullstroom is better known as one of South Africa’s premier fly-fishing locations, but will echo to the sound of high powered racing engines when the… more

David Wilson, Publisher and Editor at Retreading Business, the publisher for three specialist magazines for the tyre industry, is one of the leading figures in the tyre retreading industry. Wilson has close to 30 years of experience in journalism in… more

Nabs Horizon Global its First Win as a Sponsor in the Monster Energy Cup Series Plymouth, Mich., (February 16, 2018) – Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Ford for Team Penske, grabbed the win in the season-opening exhibition event, known as The… more

Goodyear South Africa held its annual Group Conference at the Boardwalk Hotel on February 13, 2018. This year's conference theme, 'Shaping the Future', saw teams refurbishing 80 desks for learners at Stephen Nkomo Primary School in kwaNobuhle.… more

PORT ELIZABETH. Today Isuzu Motors announced the official launch of its business operations in South Africa. This follows the announcement of last year where Isuzu had said that it would purchase the light commercial vehicle operations in Port… more

PORT ELIZABETH - Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSA) announced today, they will be entering the Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) segment with the introduction of the popular Isuzu mu-X into the South African and Sub-Saharan Africa market in the second half… more

Fuel prices are likely to drop again at the end of February. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA) which was commenting on unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. "International oil prices have been… more

Bumper field set to kick 2018 SA series off The 2018 Mopar South African Endurance Series kicks off with the Mopar Phakisa 6-hour at Phakisa Saturday 24 February with a strong entry already in place at the time of writing and as many as 30 cars… more

Key stakeholders in South Africa’s automation industry have called for greater collaboration to drive industrial progress. Speaking at the official launch of the Africa Automation Fair 2019 in Johannesburg this week, stakeholders noted that South… more

Goodyear awarded "Chassis Supplier of the Year" by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles EMEA for demonstrated customer centric performance, flexibility and transparency. First time a tyre manufacturer has been selected by FCA for this important award for the… more

Boulogne-Billancourt, February 15, 2018 – The Groupe Renault Board of Directors, acting upon the recommendation of the Appointments and Governance Committee, has proposed the renewal of Mr. Carlos Ghosn’s position as Director. This recommendation… more

Volvo Truck’s I-shift with crawler gears offers a flexibility that allows fleet owners to say yes to more jobs. The world class automated gearbox with one or two crawler gears and the added option of extra reverse gears offers versatility and allows… more

MasterTips: The most dangerous kind of car crash A study has revealed that the most feared kind of car crash is not necessarily the most dangerous kind MasterTest: Sam says... it packs a punch After spending some time in the Renault Duster, Sam… more

EPISODE 11 ALERT – MOZAMBIQUE SPECIAL In this mini-special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May decide to attempt to end world hunger with an incredible journey across Mozambique. The three notice that people in the coastal regions of… more

The Audi Q5 has been awarded the best premium mid-size SUV in the annual CAR Magazine's Top 12 Best Buys Awards for 2017. Officially launched into the South African market in July 2017, the all-new iteration of Audi's best-selling SUV was considered… more

Volvo Trucks Southern Africa concluded 2017 as the commercial vehicle brand with the top Customer Satisfaction rating in the industry-wide Scott Beyers survey. Volvo Trucks moved up from a combined third position with a CSI rating of 97.87% in 2015,… more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Cargo has successfully shipped a very special consignment of show jumping horses from Belgium to Hong Kong for the annual Hong Kong Longines Masters. It is the second year in a row that the freight division… more

Renault will open its first Renault Electric Vehicle Experience Center on February 16 in Stockholm, Sweden. This new concept store will allow Renault to engage with the general public on the subject of electric motoring in a busy urban location. In… more

To say that Haval is "massive" in its Chinese home market is an understatement. Rather like saying that Usain Bolt is a "fairly brisk" runner. After all, it sells over a million SUVs per annum in China. A million! And now Haval's fast gaining global… more

Ten tips to help you get the most out of your insurance Between 65 and 70 percent of the estimated 12 million vehicles on South African roads are uninsured, and this percentage is growing annually. If you are involved in a crash, you only have a… more

Part 1: How old are your tyres really? Purchasing new tyres can be a costly affair and most people put it off for as long as possible. But, says Pieter Niemand, Director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a constituent association of… more

Competition is not something that can be artificially created. Competition is an inherent facet of human – or living – nature, and thrives most when it is left alone. The notion that government can introduce swaths of laws, regulations, and red… more

Honda Motor Southern Africa received accolades at the annual CAR Top 12 Best Buys Awards, 2018. The Honda BR-V, a versatile and stylish 7seater was for the second year in a row, awarded first place in its category of Small SUV/Crossover whilst… more

With 193 343 units sold since its market introduction in March 2010, the Volkswagen Polo Vivo Hatch has been the best-selling passenger model in South Africa for the past seven years. Being the only locally built model in the competitive A0 segment,… more

From my (growing) family to yours, here’s hoping the year of the dog brings you and yours the unconditional love of a puppy, the loyalty of the very best of friends, and an abundance of circumstances where your tail is wagging and mouth is drooling. more

Do you want to sell MORE auto parts in Latin America? THEN COME TO PANAMA JULY 25-27, 2018! LOCATION ATLAPA Convention Center, Panama, Rep. of Panama DATE AND TIME 07/25/18 11:00am - 07/27/18 5:00pm The leading auto parts show in Latin America and… more

Thierry Desmarest, who has served on Groupe Renault’s board since April 2008 and whose term ran until 2020, has decided to resign from his role as director and his function as chairman of the international and industrial strategy committee. Thierry… more

A new top-tier heavy-duty engine oil that meets the latest American Petroleum Institute (API) CK-4 and European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) E9-2016 requirements has been launched locally by Blue Chip Lubricants, the sole licenced… more

Dacia has just registered its 1,000,000th vehicle in France since the brand's launch in June 2005. Customers respond enthusiastically to positioning: offering the best price-performance ratio on the market. The successful launch of the New Duster… more

Subaru Corporation has received the President's Award from Japan Techno-Economics Society (JATES) for the development of its EyeSight driver assist system at the society's 6th Technology Management & Innovation Awards. The award ceremony was held… more

Last week young scientist, Zara Nijzink-Laurie, representing South Africa at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair took home second prize in the behavioural and social sciences category. The Taiwan International Science Fair is an annual… more

MONSTER ENERGY INTRODUCES JASON WEBB DRIFTING & CUSTOM BIKE GIVEAWAY! Monster Energy, will detonate into The AutoTrader #SABikeFest on the 25-27 May for their third year as Official Energy Drink Partner, returning with an even bigger and better… more

Metair is in the process of finalising its results for the year ended 31 December 2017 (the “Period”) (“Results”) and shareholders are accordingly advised that Metair expects to report: headline earnings per share to be between 20.6% and 24.6%… more

Renault and Renault Sport Racing have joined forces with Team Vitality to form Renault Sport Team Vitality. In 2018, Renault Sport Team Vitality will compete in a programme of motorsport-based competitions such as the Rocket League Championship… more

From 29 May to 1 June 2018 the tire industry meets for the first time in Cologne. THE TIRE COLOGNE is meeting with great interest within the industry and many companies of relevance for the market already applied for the show. THE TIRE COLOGNE is… more

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has been recognised by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as a 2018 World's Most Ethical Company®. This is the second consecutive year… more

So, you’ve made the decision – you want to buy a car and you’ve decided which one. A big question you should be asking is how you want to service the car? What are your options? “Unfortunately, as things currently stand in South Africa, dealerships… more

FUCHS Lubricants will be joining African and international construction and mining industries at bauma CONEXPO AFRICA in Johannesburg from 13 to 16 March. FUCHS has a wide range of locally and internationally manufactured oils and greases that cover… more

Mazda Southern Africa is pleased to announce that the Mazda CX-5 has been voted the 2017 MSA Car of the year by MSA staff. A finalist in the 2018 World Car of the Year and MSA's flagship SUV; the Mazda CX-5 accounts for 29% of Mazda sales volume… more

Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd has acquired Thailand Lighting Fair and Thailand Building Fair to expand the worldwide portfolio of its Light + Building brand of trade fairs. Powered by Messe Frankfurt since their inception in 2015, the… more

While driverless cars steal the “visionary” media headlines, other technologies are already having a profound impact on South Africa’s roads... The technology boom is changing many aspects of life, from how we socialise and share news through to how… more

Production of Ceramic MAXPHASE™ coatings on fuel cell plates for French Michelin’s fuel cell manufacturing Value of initial order SEK 0.2M Important order in the European fuel cells market Impact Coatings, which develops and sells world-leading… more

South Africa, Johannesburg, February 2018: The IMM Graduate School is pleased to announce the launch of a range of online short courses in Marketing & Advertising, Business Management, Supply Chain Management and General that run from eight to… more

For the first time ever, Tyrexpo Africa, the only dedicated tyre trade show in Africa, will be co-locating with GarageXpo Africa 2018 and RubberTech South Africa 2018 on 10 - 12 April 2018 at Gallagher Convention Centre Hall 2, Johannesburg. The… more

Hyundai has rejuvenated its Grand i10 range in South Africa with new features and added a new entry derivative to give this popular entry-level model a fresh appeal in the local automotive market. The Grand i10 hatchback, which is the smallest new… more

McLaren Special Operations extends range of MSO Defined options for Sports Series with new Black Pack and Titanium SuperSports Exhaust New MSO Defined Black Pack for 570S Coupé and 570GT as an alternative to standard Dark Palladium grey finish… more

From the very start, The Mentorship Challenge was conceived as a project that would go far beyond being an engaging and highly informative talk show. Redefine Properties’ original intention was to revive and recreate the conditions for a culture of… more

Using the hashtag, #CitiGolfChallenge, car enthusiast, Jamie Orr, will be taking the beloved Citi Golf from South Africa to one of the biggest Volkswagen events, the GTI Treffen in Wörthersee, Germany. The project started with shipping a Passat 3.6L… more

This trophy celebrates the most outstanding foreign investment projects in Flanders. Reason for our nomination is the company’s brand-new European multi-functional headquarters in Tessenderlo. More information is available here more

Volvo Cars has reported a strong 27.7 per cent increase in operating profit in 2017, earning a record SEK14.1 billion (R21.0 billion) compared to SEK11.0bn (R16.4bn) in 2016, driven by global sales of 571,577 cars. Net revenue for the period… more

Cape Town race fans will be happy to learn that the 2018 Wingfield Motors Power Series kicks off at the Killarney International Raceway Saturday 17 February. The opening round of the Western Province regional circuit series promises a brilliant… more

Groupe Renault has joined the E-VIA FLEX-E consortium, the first High Power charging network for electric vehicles in southern Europe. Under this move, Groupe Renault continues to support the deployment of High Power charging infrastructure across… more

Halfway Ford, of Kuils River, in the Western Cape is virtually off the grid in terms of electricity supply and uses a minimal amount of water from the municipal supply, which is particularly important in this water-scarce region of the country.… more

SKF has upgraded the driveshaft design. The new driveshaft design, made in Italy, is in line with OE specifications and complies with OE product quality and performance. The boot material of the CV-Joint (Wheel side) is Thermoplastic as per OE… more

Kaspersky Lab researchers have helped uncover a number of unknown vulnerabilities that have left gas stations around the world exposed to remote takeover, often for years. The vulnerabilities were found in an embedded gas station controller of which… more

Logistics 4.0 Forum provides window on future Logistics Solutions Forum showcases best-practice examples from various industries Hannover, Germany. This year CeMAT will feature another excellent set of forums. Together with major partners such as… more

World’s leading Automotive Alliance to explore future business opportunities with global transportation company Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, the world’s leading automotive alliance, today announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding with DiDi… more

Setting a new benchmark in off-road pickup capability, the Ranger Raptor has been designed to combine Ford Performance DNA with Ranger's renowned toughness and engineering capability Ranger Raptor includes standard front and rear Fox Racing Shox… more

Study by DQ Institute finds SA children to be at high risk of cybercrimes from online bullies and sexual predators Study in SA made possible with support from Symphonia for South Africa and its Partners for Possibility (PfP) programme South African… more

Boulogne-Billancourt, February 7th, 2018 – Renault will attend the Esports BAR in Cannes, the leading networking, knowledge-sharing and business event for companies operating in international Esports. Renault will hold a press conference the first… more

The new BMW G 310 GS – ready for everyday adventures. As far as BMW Motorrad is concerned, GS is a promise – a promise of perfect functioning, reliability and robustness. Now available at all BMW Motorrad dealerships in South Africa, the new BMW G… more

More than 90 percent of car owners in South African service their vehicles, with 88 percent saying they do so at the service intervals recommended by manufacturers. This information is part of the Vehicle Service Survey recently concluded by the… more

For a second consecutive month, motorists will experience further relief at the pumps after the price of all grades of petrol and diesel dropped when the Department of Energy announced the final fuel price changes earlier this week. As from 7… more

MasterTips: Protecting your vision Many drivers are not aware of the importance of protecting their vision until it is too late. This is what you can do to avoid landing in this position. MasterTest: Driving expressions: Honda Civic Type R The Honda… more

Stelvio wins yet another top award. Chosen by Quattroruote readers, the Alfa Romeo brand's first SUV wins the monthly magazine's mostcoveted prize. On the awards roll of honour, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's name follows directly after the Giulia sports… more

The digital integration of industry, energy and logistics is gathering pace, with traditional boundaries between industries breaking down, productivity rising and new business models popping up like mushrooms. In April 2018, HANNOVER MESSE and CeMAT… more

Further to the recall of 2004 - 2007 Subaru Impreza and WRX models announced in 2016 for defective or potentially defective Takata airbag modules, Subaru SA has had to announce another recall that affects a few more Subaru models produced and sold… more

ArcelorMittal South Africa’s (AMSA) 2017 financial statements has yet again emphasised the fact that South Africa will have to adopt a different approach if we want to industrialise, and as a result, save our Steel Industry. The recent release of… more

ContiTech introduces elastic Multi V-Belts in southern Africa With an integrated tensioning member, the belt maintains tension without needing additional pulleys Johannesburg, February 2018. Technology company ContiTech has introduced a new elastic… more

Johannesburg, South Africa –Applications are now open for international chemicals and energy company Sasol’s all-inclusive bursary. The bursary programme is aimed at those top Mathematics and Science Grade 12 learners who want to study courses in… more

Audience data specialists Effective Measures have released their figures highlighting the biggest websites in South Africa in terms of unique browsers and visits, revealing a bumper month for Internet use in the country. While the Top Ten is… more

Renault/Nissan/Mitsubishi Alliance Rolls Out. The announcement, in 2016, that Nissan Motor company was taking control of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, and that the company was being added to the global Renault/Nissan alliance, was possibly the most… more

The automotive aftermarket is in good shape at the moment, what with close to 10 million vehicles plying the South African roads, and depressed vehicle sales an indication that people and businesses are postponing vehicle purchases because of low… more

In 40 years around 2000 people succeeded from Training Academy to a job at Plant Rosslyn. R73m investment into new state-of-the-art facility Size doubled to 6000m2 and includes an accredited Trade Test Centre that allows learners to achieve their… more

According to a recent influential and widely publicized report from PwC, three major trends - electric cars, self-driving vehicles and ride sharing – will generate radical disruptive change in the global automotive industry by 2030. The authors of… more

All prize winners will be distinguished in the context of THE TIRE COLOGNE The final coordination of and preparations for THE TIRE COLOGNE are proceeding full speed ahead, as the event will be celebrating its premiere in only four months. THE TIRE… more

Working together for a sensing, planning and acting supercomputer on wheels, Continental CEO Dr. Elmar Degenhart: “Together with NVIDIA, we will deliver the complete AI self-driving solution.” 2021 market introduction for Continental autonomous… more

Midrand, South Africa - Robin van Rensburg, CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles South Africa (FCASA), handed the keys of a Jeep Renegade to Lloyd Madurai, Managing Director of Hot 91.9fm. Jeep has become the official vehicle sponsor to the Hot Cares… more

Here in South Africa, Haval is fast becoming an acclaimed purveyor of world-beating SUVs. Indeed, from the moment the H2 hit the local market around the middle of last year, buyers have been queuing outside Haval's rapidly expanding network of… more

We are proud to announce that at the SA Professional Services Academy Awards 2018 (sponsored by Sanlam), Econometrix was a finalist in the category Consultancy Firm of The Year (the criteria included customer service and commitment to ethical best… more

Amsterdam, The Netherlands. TomTom Telematics has launched a new product line-up to enable faster, more efficient, fleet management. The Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, WEBFLEET, has been completely rebuilt and includes brand new features and… more

Jaltech well versed in managing capital for new purchases using Section 12J deduction By Digital Makeup Inc The South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) release of a binding private tax ruling confirms that moveable assets fall within the definition… more

While South Africa’s Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) requirements are viewed by some as yet another impediment to conducting business as usual, others see them as an opportunity to make positive changes for themselves, their employees… more

The nervous 90’s for former champions Hutchison and Visser Red-Lined Motorsport team principal Terence Marsh, a former professional cricketer, is 102 not out and top of the scoreboard when it comes to membership of an exclusive ‘100 Club’ in the… more

With just over two months to go before the Tyrexpo Africa 2018 Show opens in Johannesburg, South Africa in early April. Organisers Singapore based – SingEx confirm that the event is now in its final stages of development and the show will be… more

Strong Domestic Sales for Ranger, Plant Upgrades Impact Exports "Industry sales didn't start off well in January 2018, with the passenger and light commercial sectors both registering year-on-year declines. However, the strengthening of the Rand… more

The last Quarter of the independent Scott Byers Customer Satisfaction report has revealed that Volvo Trucks South Africa has managed to retain the top spot in Sales, Service and Parts. This illustrates our efforts to push the boundaries in terms of… more

By offering ever more innovative solutions, Renault has long been reinventing the way people make use of vehicles. From placing the driving position inside the vehicle to inventing the minivan, Renault has always simplified and improved passengers’… more

Japanese car maker underscores its ongoing commitment to creating a sustainable society. Joins drive to spread responsible business practices. Mazda Motor Corporation signed the United Nations Global Compact on the 31st of January 2018, thereby… more

01 February 2018: For the second consecutive quarter, new vehicle prices increased below inflation, and have dropped significantly from 9.4% in Q4 2016 to 2.4% at the end of 2017. This was mostly due to a stronger Rand in the second half of 2017,… more

MFS reflects on 3 year growth since operations began. Mazda introduces Mazda Financial Services Comprehensive Insurance. Today marks three years since Mazda Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd announced the Retail Finance Partnership with WesBank. On the 1st… more

Japanese carmaker captures prestigious accolade for the second time in three years. Sleek four-door embodies KODO design evolution while paying homage to past. The Mazda VISION COUPE has won "Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year" at the 33rd… more

The Future of Tyre Recycling in Africa: Can businesses make profits out of it? Over the past years, the tyre market in Africa has seen growth in demand and consumption, especially in the passenger car tyre segment. On its own, replacement tyres have… more

MasterTips: Speed doesn’t cause crashes? A recent opinion piece claims speed is not a cause of car crashes. How valid is this claim? MasterTest:Driving expressions: Mercedes Benz SA reaches a milestone The first series production of the Mercedes-AMG… more

Vehicle Sales and Exports January 2018 saw new vehicle sales declining by 8.9% year-on-year (y/y), but rising month-on-month (m/m) by 12.9% to 45 888 units, as reported by NAAMSA. New passenger car sales dropped by 11.6% y/y while rising by 22.9%… more

Commenting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of January, 2018 – released today for public consumption via the website of the Department of Trade & Industry – the Association said that domestic new vehicle sales had started the year… more

McLaren 720S named Most Beautiful Supercar of the Year 2017 at the Festival Automobile International in Paris, the “Fashion Week” for cars The awards ceremony, now in its thirty-third year, took place next to the famous Hôtel des Invalides, with… more

First series production Mercedes-AMG C 63 is celebrated at Mercedes-Benz South Africa East London plant. Since the start of production for Mercedes-AMG C 43, more than 1 700 have been exported from our shores. East London - Driving performance once… more

Serco is supplying 31 dry freight truck bodies – including 7 demountable load units - to Bakers S.A. Limited, who will use them in their fleet for the distribution of FMCG, as well as white and brown goods on a national basis. The new Serco units –… more

The sponsorship agreement with Renault Sport Formula One Team was announced at a meeting in Paris between the Chairman and CEO of MAPFRE and the Chairman and CEO of Renault. Renault Sport Formula One Team and MAPFRE expand and strengthen their… more

The technically unique magnetic passive position sensor is a central element in high-quality systems for gaging the fill level in the fuel tank Absolutely corrosion-proof and therefore suitable for every fuel type worldwide Almost all premium… more

South Africans love bakkies. So much so that, almost uniquely in the world, our top selling passenger vehicle last year was the evergreen Toyota Hilux which topped even the massively popular VW Polo Vivo and Toyota Corolla. But the Ford Ranger… more

Ludwigsburg/Germany, January 30, 2018 - The global filtration expert MANN+HUMMEL today presented preliminary key figures for the financial year 2017. The MANN+HUMMEL Group achieved sales of 3.9 billion euros, thus meeting its own forecast of July… more

Preparation for submissions commencing 1 February 2018 Join for Skills Development and receive Employment Equity at no additional cost This NEASA service includes the allocation of a dedicated Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) to your business,… more

and IT IS UNLIKELY THAT IT WILL EVER HAPPEN Dear Steel Industry employer NEASA became aware of an article MEIBC changes welcome, but should take employer into consideration published in Engineering News on 23 January 2018. The article is written in… more

International fuel prices shot up by as much as 36 cents a litre in January, but were outshone by one of the strongest Rand performances in many months. As a result, South Africans can look forward to cheaper fuel prices in February. This is… more

Leader in the premium segment. Among the highlights is an all-new and highly efficient engine range with a series of new technologies for electrification of the powertrain. Intelligent Drive takes another step towards autonomous driving. S-Class is… more

“OFFICINA 4.0: Digitazation and new mobility trends, the future of car repair” Editorial Staff Autopromotec Conference makes a comeback in June: a two day forum with leading representatives of the automotive industry to review the rapid changes… more

Duisburg, Germany - The third-generation Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be unveiled to the world on 6 February, 2018 and everyone is invited. A live streaming of the event will ensure that anyone can be "there" - wherever they are in the world, by… more

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Abarth 595 have been voted "Best Car 2018" in their respective categories by the readers of "Auto motor und Sport", repeating last year's success in this prestigious international survey For the second year running, the readers… more

De Villiers has an incredible record in the toughest race on the planet The 2018 edition of the Dakar Rally is now accepted as the most difficult since the toughest race on the planet moved to South America, but it brought the best out of South… more

70 years of sports cars at Porsche Dubai. Fast. Puristic. Emotive. For the past 70 years, the Porsche brand has been synonymous with sports car construction at the very highest level. The first vehicle to bear the Porsche name was registered on June… more

AutoTrader CEO George Mienie has explained that motorists don’t need to worry about the value of their Toyotas plummeting following news that Toyota SA Motors will recall an estimated 700 000 vehicles in this country. This is not the first major… more

Chinese car manufacturers seem optimistic to compete with their Japanese counterparts on Indonesian market. After Wuling Motors arrived in Indonesia in mid-2017 with investing USD 700 million to build car factory in Indonesia, now another Chinese… more

Britain extends lead in championship as Al Zubair finishes second and Frijns third South Africa’s Saul Hack takes positives from the opening race of Round 3 in the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East at Dubai Autodrome Johannesburg’s Saul Hack has… more

Toyota South Africa confirms that it is conducting a recall campaign related to potentially defective Takata airbag inflators. (The Takata recall affects a number of automotive brands worldwide.) This is not a new recall for Toyota SA, but an… more

PRETORIA, South Africa, January 2018 – Modern cars are handsome looking things, but there are people in this world who would like to tear them to pieces. People like Rob Carstairs, an aerodynamicist at Ford. “The first thing I’d get rid of is the… more

Following the worldwide acquisition of Demag Cranes by Konecranes earlier this year, South Africa took the lead internationally within the group with integrating their respective head offices as well as all the branches around the country.… more

Johannesburg - The Volvo XC90 has scored a hat trick at the 2018 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards as it won the Premium SUV category for the third year in a row. The XC90, which was launched in South Africa in 2015, has consistently outperformed… more

Sixth generation Polo to continue success story: With more than 14 million units sold worldwide to date, the Polo is one of the most successful vehicles in its class. Optimised package due to MQB: Longer and lower in height than the previous model,… more

MasterTips: Work blamed for speeding At least 63% of drivers admit to speeding on the way to work and a common reason for doing so is to meet demanding schedules. A number of other interesting facts about attitudes toward speeding were also… more

Wet and rainy weather did not prevent red hot international historic racing from thrilling a Zwartkops Raceway crowd that came out in spite of the conditions to witness the legends of South African motorsport in action at the 17th Passion For Speed… more

Renault Sport Formula One Team driver Carlos Sainz made his World Rally Championship debut in the final stage of the 2018 Rallye Monte-Carlo today (28 January 2018). The 23-year-old Spaniard followed in the wheel tracks of his double World Champion… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) invests R6.1 billion since 2015 in new products, plant and suppliers, to develop local content New Polo launched for both the domestic and international markets Both new models manufactured on one production line… more

Groupe Renault has participated in an unprecedented study conducted by the European Climate Foundation and the Fondation pour la Nature et pour l’Homme on the environmental impacts of electric vehicles over their entire life cycle, with other… more

The 2017/18 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank, concluded with the announcement of the 13 category- and prestigious Brand of the Year winners at a red carpet event hosted at The Galleria in Sandton, Johannesburg on 25 January 2018.… more

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Association says increases will impact poorest of the poor hardest and must be made in line with inflation On 21 February Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba will deliver his Budget Speech in Parliament. Part of that speech is expected to include an… more

Energy efficiency and sustainability are hot words in the rail industry right now. As many rail operators have big CO2 targets to reach, they see the value in investing in technology to reduce power costs on the network. There are also a number of… more

Johannesburg, South Africa (Jan. 24, 2018) – Datsun has passed the milestone of 300,000 cars sold globally since the first Datsun car of the 21st century – the Datsun GO – was sold in India. “Datsun is celebrating a new milestone – 300,000 customers… more

Giulia Quadrifoglio was named "Best Sports and Performance Car" at the British What Car? Magazine's "What Car? Car of the Year 2018" awards. It is the seventh prize the sports sedan has won in the United Kingdom in the last 12 months. Stelvio was… more

A solar energy project that is ensuring that patients at hospitals in Malawi are not compromised by power outages is the latest healthcare supply chain solution delivered in the region by Imperial Logistics company, Resolve. As part of its plan to… more

Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (PTY) LTD (SRSA) is proud to be selected as the sole tyre supplier for the latest Toyota Hilux Black Edition and Toyota Fortuner 18 inch derivatives. This means that SRSA is the only tyre manufacture that successfully… more

Sunday is set to be a red letter day for South African motorcycle fans when Zwartkops Raceway hosts the Day of the Champion — an annual international two-wheeled celebration featuring full program of overseas and local bikers riding the coolest… more

CRASH DETECTION – JUST IN CASE Here’s a sobering thought: you have a 1 out of 98 chance of being in a car accident this year. If the odds are not in your favour, time is of the essence as delays in receiving the appropriate medical attention often… more

When a client required fast, cost-effective and tailored assistance in moving raw, high-bulk materials for the automotive industry, DACHSER South Africa provided the optimal solution in the form of air charters. Air charters are fast-becoming a… more

Scuderia South Africa, the official Ferrari dealer proudly announces their 2018 Internship Program. This is the company's second program since its launch in June 2017. During the duration of the project Scuderia South Africa afforded three young,… more

The 2018 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) gets underway this weekend with the Rallye Monte-Carlo, the first of 13 events on this year's WRC calendar, and one where Hyundai Motorsport dearly wants to end on the number one spot on the podium for the… more

Sales growth amidst a tough economic climate Two New Dealerships opened in Q4, 2017 Four additional New Dealerships will have opened their doors in 2018 Subaru has been operating in South Africa for just over twenty-five years now, and has enjoyed a… more

Fast-moving general-service parts are critical to customers’ daily operations, and are needed on-hand immediately to avoid costly downtime. It is for this reason that Bobcat Equipment South Africa, part of the Goscor Group, holds a comprehensive… more

In 2019, Volvo Trucks will start selling electric trucks in Europe, and the first units will already be put into operation with selected reference customers as early as this year. Electric trucks drastically reduce noise and exhaust emissions, and… more

If you’ve been toying with the idea of starting your own business, or have a small business and are dreaming about growing it, then it’s time to step out of your dream and move into action! World Famous Events in association with the NSBC, brings… more

A field of four Group 2 Renault 5 Alpine to contest the 2018 Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique The four Renault Classic crews will start in Reims, France, on February 2. The event finishes in Monaco on February 7 Renault is pleased to announce that it… more

Association also welcomes reduction in number of drunk and speeding drivers - says it’s a sign of better driver behaviour The official festive season road fatality statistics were released by Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi in Pretoria yesterday.… more

SOME GOOD NEWS and WHAT TO EXPECT OF NEASA We wish you a 2018 in which you will advance in all areas of your business and your life. May even your greatest challenge prove to be the launching pad for victory and opportunity. THE ANT EMBODIES… more

Renault Sport Formula One Team driver Carlos Sainz will follow in the footsteps of his double World Rally Championship-winning father when he takes on the final stage of the 2018 Rallye Monte-Carlo. The 23-year-old Spaniard will make his Monte-Carlo… more

This is the moment BMW Motorsport has been waiting for: after months of intensive development, the new BMW M8 GTE will make its race debut this weekend. The new top model for international GT racing will take to the track at the legendary 24-hour… more

So the new year has started and those car repairs you have been putting off cannot be ignored any longer. “Repairing a car can be a costly exercise so it’s always helpful to know what you are in for before the repair work begins,” says Pieter… more

Johannesburg, 20 January 2018 - In November 2017, the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) convened what is now known as the “Ntsebeza Inquiry” [also referred to as the Inquiry] with the aim that it should investigate,… more

ALCO-Safe, leading provider of alcohol and drug testing and educational material, has been selected by the South African Police Service (SAPS) as their preferred supplier of Alcoblow Rapid Test breathalyser instruments, countrywide, in their latest… more

When it comes to the global activity of professional tyre recycling processes, South Africa remains to be one of the leading countries in terms of how the highly important issues of safe disposal of old tyres is dealt with. Recycling has seen a… more

De Klerk & Schutte take TreasuryOne Amarok to debut honours South African duo Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte brought their locally built TreasuryOne Amarok home to victory in the rookie rankings of Dakar 2018 this afternoon. The Pretoria crew… more

Sainz, Walkner win as all 7 SA men finish Spain’s Carlos Sainz took his second Dakar win and Peugeot’s swansong third win in a row, while Austrian Matthias Walkner won KTM’s 17th successive motorcycle race as the 2018 race came to an end in… more

TreasuryOne duo move ahead with 2 days to go South African duo Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte brought the TreasuryOne Motorsport Amarok home 30th as they moved up to 29th overall in the car race on Thursday’s 12th stage of Dakar 2018 from… more

First unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2017, New Renault MÉGANE R.S. has been eagerly awaited by sports driving enthusiasts. Aiming to become – like its predecessors – a benchmark in the C-segment hot hatch market, this third… more

MasterTips: Where do you lay your trust? A major tenet of self-driving vehicles is that drivers need to surrender a large amount of control to the cars. Is consumer trust in these vehicles rising as they start to accept the idea of self-driving… more

Passion of Speed will celebrate legendary men & machines Gauteng race fans are in for a time warp treat over the weekend of 27 and 28 February when the Zwartkops Raceway presents its glorious 17th Passion of Speed races for cars on Saturday and Day… more

2018 is here! New beginnings, new networking and learning experiences... Join us on our 2018 first quarter supply chain journey with opportunities to gain knowledge and meet fellow supply chain professionals. February: 12-14 February │Supply Chain… more

Volkswagen Mobility Solutions Rwanda - registered and operations to commence in quarter two. Facilities identified which will house a production facility with an installed capacity for 5000 vehicles, as well as a retail outlet and a training centre… more

The AutObarn Group announced today that their group will continue to sponsor Brett Garland for the 2018 AutObarn SuperHatch Series. “Brett will continue to race in this class in our colours for this year with help from our existing race partners… more

Terry Brand MD AutObarn SA announced this week The colourful AutObarn MD Terry Brand thanked the organizers for the great series and committed to sponsor the series yet again for 2018. “Motorsport forms an important part of our groups marketing… more

Dakar heroes Al Attiyah & Peterhansel duke it out Dakar 2018’s twelfth and longest day turned out to be a car and truck stage only as the bike stage was canned due to adverse conditions on their route on Thursday. The car race between Chilecito to… more

A recent poll has revealed that the South African facilities management, manufacturing and fleet management industries face four distinct pain points; work orders, asset registers, downtime and contractors. The challenges within these areas include… more

Companies should not be compelled to adopt B-BEEE fronting to secure tenders as there are legitimate avenues to achieving the same result,” says Arnoux Maré, CEO of Innovative Solutions Group TM . Maré says hundreds of tenders are awarded by… more

Tenneco Inc. (NYSE:TEN), a global supplier of Ride Performance and Clean Air products and systems is supplying its Multi-Tuned Valve (MTV) suspension technology on the Swift Sport Manufactured in Japan, as well as the Dzire compact-sedan passenger… more

New Understanding Retreading Brochure Available on TRIB Store Our newly redesigned "Understanding Retreading" brochure is now available in the TRIB Store. Understanding Retreading is a 16 page full color brochure produced by the Tire Retread &… more

South African Dakar rookies Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte had another positive day as Dakar trekked from Belén to Chilecito in Argentina as they brought their homegrown Ford V8-powered TreasuryOne Amarok home 29th among the cars on Monday to… more

Dakar 2018 is entering the final straight and while there is still 1000km of racing still to come including an evil sting in the tail, it seems that the modern giants of the epic race through South America are set to extend their runs of success.… more

Johannesburg, South Africa – Students who secured bursaries from the Sasol Corporate Bursary programme for 2018 gathered in Secunda, Mpumalanga this past week to prepare for the academic year ahead. Sasol briefed them about how they will be… more

Volvo Cars' engine factory in Skövde, Sweden, has become the company's first climate-neutral manufacturing plant, having switched to renewable heating as of 1 January 2018. Skövde is the first plant in Volvo Cars' global manufacturing network to… more

The Automobile Association (AA) notes with concern yet another incident of rock throwing off a bridge onto oncoming traffic in KwaZulu-Natal. According to reports, the latest incident occurred earlier this week in Glen Anil. “These attacks, because… more

We live in one of the most beautiful countries on earth. If not the most beautiful. And that's a fact. Speaking of beautiful, Haval's products have been garnering acclaim and sales for, well, their sleek styling - not to mention everything from… more

A key milestone was marked today at the Yorkshire manufacturing centre that from 2019 will start producing carbon fibre tubs for McLaren Automotive, the British creator of luxury sportscars and supercars. As darkness descended at the £50million… more

During 2017 the South African truck market declined by 2.65% on the previous year’s results to 25 042 new unit sold. This is according to the latest results released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa),… more

The new 2019 Jeep® Cherokee - the most capable mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV) - makes its debut at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show today boasting a new, authentic and premium design, along with the addition of an all-new, advanced 2.0-litre… more

Dedicated beauty and wellness trade fair opens new pathway to Kingdom’s US$5.4 billion beauty and personal care market Launch Partners sign up early for October 2018 showcase in Jeddah as analysts predict solid industry growth through to 2021… more

The show has one of the highest viewerships on the Pan-African business channel CNBC Africa Guangzhou Automobile Company (GAC Motor) (www.GAC-Motor.com), one of the top five biggest Chinese automobile manufacturers, has secured the exclusive rights… more

If it had not already delivered an incredible set of twists, turns and controversies so far, Dakar 2018 really showed its fangs on Tuesday to quite literally once again turn the race on its head. The drama started on Monday, when despite the day’s… more

While Dakar 2018’s ninth racing stage to Salta was cancelled due to adverse weather and flooding in the Andes on Monday, the convoy crossed into Argentina to finally allow contact with the TreasuryOne team since they lost communication when the race… more

MINI and The Woolmark Company kick off the new year by announcing their partnership for 2018. The two brands can both claim expertise in the areas of design and innovation, and their collaboration is intended to promote the work of young designers.… more

e-Commerce has changed the way the world conducts business, and the rise in technology has made it easier to interact with customers quickly and across borders. With economies becoming more interconnected, companies large and small are now able to… more

Lack of coordination between autonomous vehicles and manned vehicles can fail the driverless car vision, according to Hagai Zyss, CEO of the Israeli company Autotalks, which specializes in accident prevention through the use of DSRC (Dedicated Short… more

Fuel prices are set for month-end decreases. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA) which was commenting on mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund. "The Rand/US dollar exchange rate has had one of its flattest… more

METAV 2018 takes place at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre from 20 to 24 February 2018. We wish to make your stay in Düsseldorf and at METAV as pleasant as possible and do our part to provide you with ideal working conditions here. In this letter,… more

CHEP, the supply chain solutions company, received a coveted Environmental Sustainability Award for its leadership in global supply chain sustainability at the sixth Automotive Global Awards at a gala event in London on the 6th November. Sharing the… more

Car tech is evolving at lightning speed. Driverless vehicles, hands-free parking and electric engines are already a reality in many parts of the world but there are many other clever innovations coming down the pipe in the automotive world in 2018.… more

Seventh consecutive year of record sales Global sales total 2,463,526: up 4.1% Record sales for BMW, MINI, BMW Motorrad New all-time highs for both BMW i and BMW M The BMW Group achieved its best-ever annual sales in 2017, the seventh consecutive… more

The 1960’s will be remembered as the decade of change, when the Japanese launched an onslaught that changed the way motorcycles would be perceived forever. The ‘70s followed with a horsepower war that saw bikes judged almost solely on straight line… more

"Stronger Than Time": 1979 G-Class cast in amber With the world's biggest installation of synthetic resin Mercedes-Benz is putting the world premiere of the new G-Class on 14 January 2018 in the spotlight at the North American International Auto… more

Murray, Liebenberg win desert enduro class South African duo Simon Murray and Bradley Liebenberg enjoyed a brilliant weekend at the Dubai 24 Hour, when they won the SP3 class and ended sixth overall in the TCE race in a Ginetta G55 shared with… more

South African race fans following Dakar 2018 were most relieved on Sunday afternoon, when rookie pairing Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte and the TreasuryOne Amarok finally lit up the timing screen after being ‘missing in action’ for most of the… more

Toyotas move up, Peterhansel in trouble Dakar 2018 was turned on its head on Saturday to bring a new look to the leaderboard as the race pulled into the Bolivian Andes town of Uyuni. Mr Dakar, as they call him, Frenchman Stephane Peterhansel may… more

MasterTips: Driven to sickness With the advent of driverless technology, drivers are becoming passengers in many ways. Will this leave them vulnerable to the same motion sickness that passengers experience? MasterTest:Driving expressions:… more

A new, aggressively-styled limited-edition Clio, inspired by the world of Renault Sport Formula One Team A dark, striking look embellished by Sirius Yellow detailing, plus an unmistakable sporty feel inside In addition to targeting motorsport… more

Singapore opens showroom exclusively for BMW M and BMW M Performance models. Demand within the high-performance automobile segment is on the increase, as are the expectations of customers: BMW M is reacting accordingly with its trade organization by… more

Ranger the Second-Best Selling Vehicle in SA, Top LCV Export "Last year was extremely challenging for the South African automotive industry, and this was reflected in the lower December 2017 new vehicle sales compared to the previous year. However,… more

Four per cent more vehicles delivered worldwide in 2017 Dubai. With deliveries of around 246,000 vehicles to customers worldwide, the upward sales trend continued for Porsche AG. The Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer has exceeded the previous… more

Roskill is pleased to announce its inaugural Battery Supply Chain Europe Conference will be held in Dusseldorf this March. The event provides an “end-to-end” in-depth view of the battery supply chain, focusing on the growth markets for batteries and… more

Kenya Airways becomes the first airline to offer a non-stop flight between East Africa and the United States of America NAIROBI, Kenya, January 11, 2018 - Kenya Airways (www.Kenya-Airways.com) marks a great milestone with the launch of a non-stop… more

Hyundai Motor Company and Cisco has revealed a new technology roadmap that will enable next-generation in-vehicle networking with security. In addition, the companies shared their timeline for commercial deployment of 'hyper-connected' production… more

Extensive update for the original in the premium small car segment is the main focus of the MINI appearance at the event that traditionally kicks off the year for the automotive industry British brand presents the new edition of the MINI and the… more

South African Dakar rookie heroes Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte enjoyed their best day of the 2018 race as they powered the TreasuryOne Amarok to 26th on the day to move up to 32nd overall to consolidate their strong second among the rookies,… more

It seemed a concertina was at play as Spain’s Carlos Sainz dominated Thursday’s sixth stage of Dakar 2018, leading from the start as he opened up a four minute lead to win from Peugeot teammate and overall leader, Frenchman Stephane Peterhansel as… more

Peugeot’s French Dakar superstar Stefan Peterhansel maintained the overall lead of Dakar 2018 for the third day on the trot by winning the fifth stage on Wednesday, but all was not well with his Peugeot teammates. Sebastien Loeb lost two and… more

The 2017 Ferrari Formula 1 car is the final car to be confirmed on the main Ferrari feature SF70H F1 car joins the F2004, FXX-K Evo, 488 GTE and 488 Challenge at Autosport International this week 2017 World Endurance Championship GTE Pro champions… more

The industry’s approach to performance and cost effectiveness As the next Tyrexpo Africa Show takes place in just over three months time in Johannesburg. Once again this leading tyre and garage event in Africa will see an extensive amount of tyres… more

Taking centre stage in the Mercedes-Benz presence at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (CES; 9 - 12 January 2018) will be the world premiere of the intuitive and intelligent multimedia system MBUX - Mercedes-Benz User Experience. It will… more

We have a team dedicated to helping your company, club or organization with branded apparel and corporate gifting – which is delivered countrywide! For all branding and apparel needs we offer a wide range of both technical and non-technical K-Way… more

Volvo Cars' all-new XC60 has been crowned the best performing large off-roader, and the car with the best overall performance of 2017 in the prestigious Euro NCAP 2017 Best in Class safety awards. The XC60 scored a near-perfect 98 per cent in the… more

Alliance Ventures to prioritize next-generation mobility with $200 million year-one funding New entity to act as main interface for start-ups, investors and the venture capital ecosystem Fund prioritizes open innovation in new mobility, including… more

Continuous self-monitoring of two independent control units detects any system uncertainties that may arise, and forms the necessary redundancy and diversity in order to always stop the vehicle safely and reliably. Continental already uses this… more

For almost 60 years now, MINI has always stood for ideas, inspiration and passion. It is in this spirit that MINI South Africa and South African Fashion Week (SAFW) are joining forces to bring the fashion talent search platform, MINI Scouting… more

The Volkswagen brand retains overall passenger market leadership on its own Polo Vivo and Polo remain South Africa's bestselling cars Audi improves its premium market share by 1.2% Since the introduction of the Polo and Polo Vivo in 2010, Volkswagen… more

The fast paced response and innovative nature demanded by motorsport can benefit for other industries From defense through medical to automotive, motorsport delivers innovative solutions to a huge variety of sectors Video link:… more

The SAPICS 2018 Annual Conference and Exhibition is proudly celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2018 and will take place once again in Cape Town at the Century City Conference Centre from the 10th to 13th June 2018. Speakers are invited to submit a… more

Associate Sponsors recently confirmed For more than forty years, LDRA has developed and driven the market for software that automates code analysis and software testing for safety-, mission-, security- and business- critical markets. Working with… more

But TreasuryOne duo overcomes extreme test Tuesday’s fourth day was the most severe yet of what is turning out to be among the toughest Dakars yet, with leaders running into trouble and only 51 cars of the 75 that started having reached the finish… more

Another Peugeot 1-2-3 as rivals falter Tuesday’s fourth day of Dakar 2018 proved a dramatic one with key competitors running into trouble on several fronts. The stage that started with a spectacular beach getaway in waves of 15 bikes and four cars… more

1.BRIEF COMMENT ON DECEMBER, 2017 SALES Industry domestic sales ended 2017 on a weak note with aggregate industry new vehicle sales for December, 2017 at 40 636 units recording a decline of 1 008 vehicles or a fall of 2.4% compared to the total new… more

2017: a successful year for ALL TIME STARS ALL TIME STARS by Mercedes-Benz Classic has become established in the market, as reflected in the business performance for 2017: transactions involving classic Mercedes-Benz vehicles grew by nearly 50… more

Monday, January 8, 2018 — Brussels, Belgium – Tenneco today announced that Maurits Binnendijk has been appointed vice president and general manager, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Aftermarket. He succeeds Bruce Ronning who has been appointed… more

Green light for the final Up until 26 February 2018, sports fans from around the world can choose the Laureus Best Sporting Moment of the Year 2017 in the final round of voting. The competition, initiated by Laureus and supported by Mercedes-Benz,… more

The legend on the Schöckl: More control, more comfort Every G-Class has to conquer the Schöckl. Mercedes-Benz uses the 1,445 metre high local mountain near the Austrian city of Graz as a test track. The 5.6 km route includes gradients of up to 60… more

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class: the new base vehicle for adventure holidaying Camper van concepts for the Mercedes-Benz pickup from Tischer and VanEssa mobilcamping The success story continues: Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo family to be more international in… more

Fresh out of matric and heading for varsity, many South African students at this time of year are on the hunt for their first car. Jeff Osborne, Head of Gumtree Automotive, has some important words of advice for students (and their parents) who are… more

Ten iconic cars from BTCC history showcased below BTCC celebrates 60th anniversary in 2018, with year of celebrations kicking off at Autosport International Huge variety of famous race cars from extensive history of BTCC Autosport International will… more

Dakar - Two Toyotas sandwich four Peugeots Nasser Al Attiyah has delivered a crushing Dakar Stage 3 win for Toyota — the Qatari beat the fastest of the Peugeots by a significant four minutes and five seconds to sound a loud warning from Toyota that… more

Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte kept their cool to emerge relatively untroubled from a testing third day of Dakar 2018. The duo started the day 32nd in the TreasuryOne Amarok following a meteoric rise through the field from 58th at the start on… more

Association also urges road users to be careful in wet weather which may follow scorching heat in some parts As temperatures in specifically the northern provinces soar again today, the Automobile Association (AA) warns all motorists not to leave… more

As competition for lucrative business opportunities becomes even fiercer in regions like Europe and North America, Africa is attracting more attention from the international business community than ever before. And this isn’t just in the powerhouses… more

TreasuryOne lads up from 58th to 30th South Africa’s TreasuryOne Motorsport Dakar rookies, Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte delivered a heroic drive on the second day of the 2018 race when the duo vaulted the TreasuryOne Amarok from 58th at the… more

Despres wins amid on & off track challenges Dakar 2018 got down to serious business with a bruising second day across a 263km route of dune racing around the Peruvian port of Pisco, with the event starting out cruel for some as top contenders… more

South Africa’s TreasuryOne Motorsport Dakar rookies, Hennie de Klerk and Gerhard Schutte eased into the 2018 event with a measured drive in the short, opening 31km stage around Pisco in Peru on Saturday. The pair took no chances over the dune stage… more

2018 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season and Diamond Anniversary celebrations to kick start at Autosport International with host of driver announcements, car unveilings and guest appearances on the BTCC Feature presented by… more

Volvo Cars reports record sales in 2017, as global sales rose 7.0 per cent compared to 2016 to 571 577 cars, driven by growth in all regions. Sales of the all-new XC60 and the 90-series cars were the main drivers, highlighting the effect of Volvo… more

Unit sales up by around 12 percent to around 401,000 vehicles - growth in all regions All models post best-ever unit sales - including the Sprinter in its last full year before the model change Vito and V-Class are the strongest sales drivers… more

Following its success in winning the International Forklift of the Year (IFOY) award in 2016, in the category for counter balanced forklifts up to 3.5 tonnes, BYD has once again been nominated for this year’s IFOY award, the IFOY organization… more

McLaren Automotive, the British creator of luxury sportscars and supercars, has recorded another record year of growth, selling a total of 3,340 cars in 2017. Around two-thirds of sales are attributed to the Sports Series family, the vast majority… more

The MISA ladies in KwaZulu-Natal seem to have special qualities, as the MISA Woman of the Year trophy is making its way back to KwaZulu-Natal – for the fourth time! Phumzile Sabela, Admin Clerk at Bidvest McCarthy Hino Mobeni, is the worthy winner… more

Autosport International is set to celebrate grass-roots motorsport with a dedicated Oval Racing Area on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th January Hall 10 will be the place to go to learn about grass-roots racing and how to get into the sport Key… more

Unit sales in 2017 significantly higher than in previous year; expected magnitude of 465,000 trucks Deliveries in first eleven months up by 12 percent compared with prior-year period Unit sales better than expected at beginning of year, positive… more

South African TreasuryOne Motorsport Amarok duo Hennie de Klerk, Gerhard Schutte and their team are revelling in the build-up and excitement as Dakar 2018 prepares for the start this Saturday, 6 January in Peru. The team is busy with final… more

After closing its doors for the 13th edition, Automechanika Shanghai has recorded its most successful ever year. The 2017 show, which took place from 29 November to 2 December, has received overwhelmingly positive response from all corners of the… more

The 70s were the days! When you could drive away with a brand-new Mercedes 230 for just over five grand! Or pick up a VW Beetle 1600 for a mere R1,995!* Take a trip down Memory Lane as we roll back the years and recall the days when motoring was fun… more

Some of the world's leading suppliers to the rallying world set for Autosport International Autosport International to host the official launch of the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship Exhibitors to showcase the latest 2018 product offerings ahead… more

Racers ready but is event over 2017 issues? Dakar 2018 starts this Saturday 6 January with the motorsport world focussed on Peru and the start at Lima, where most competitors are going over their final preparations before blast-off and two weeks of… more

The organisers of next year’s Automechanika show in Ho Chi Minh City have announced a new strategic partnership with German automotive chemicals giant LIQUI MOLY. The company has joined the partnership programme of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City,… more

SA youngster set for European campaign South African youngster Daniel Duminy has been selected out of over 120 applicants from around the world to race in the 2018 Audi Sport TT Cup. The Ballito, KwaZulu Natal teenager, who has raced in the… more

Tata Motors recently confirmed Senior representatives of Tata Motors have confirmed their participation to join as attendees. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Stakeholders from across the connected & autonomous car development value chain. Automakers Automotive… more

Event categories for all manner of classic vehicles, whether equipped with four, three, or two wheels, reflect the broad spectrum of the history of mobility Selecting committees are still accepting registrations BMW Group Classic and Grand Hotel… more

British premium automobile manufacturer lifts individualisation typical of the brand to a new level. Innovative package permits manufacture of side scuttles, trims, illuminated door sills and LED door projectors in a design created by the customer.… more

F1 Racing editor-in-chief Anthony Rowlinson shares his ten most memorable Mansell Moments from the illustrious career of a British racing icon, with pictures from LAT Images Mansell will be at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC) on… more

MasterTips: December road safety tips Many of us will be spending more time on the roads this week. This is one reason why this time of year has some of the highest road fatalities. Refresh your driving skills to ensure safe driving and prevent… more

Roborace is the world’s first driverless electric racing competition Roborace offers a platform for the development of automotive technology that will be on our roads in the next 5, 10, 15 years Capable of speeds of over 200mph, the autonomous car… more

UK Government announcement on electric vehicles and 2040 causing much discussion in the industry Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) CEO Chris Aylett shares his thoughts on the possible impact on motorsport Video link: https://youtu.be/0zitVYHaiK8… more

Fuel prices are set for a hefty drop after the Rand's strong performance against the US dollar, despite increases in international petroleum prices during December. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA) based on unaudited month-end… more

China has implemented an unprecedented pollution crackdown in recent months as the country shuts down tens of thousands of factories. The effort is part of a national effort to address China's infamous pollution and has affected wide swaths of… more

From December 30th to January the 5th The flighting dates and times for our International Vets VMXDN Documentary of the SA Team at Farleigh Castle Program Title Veteran MX of Nations Note flighted 9 times 2017 30th Dec 5:30 and 15:30 2017 31st Dec… more

Ryan Hunt is awarded the Golden Helmet Award the MSA Life time achievement award for his huge success in Motocross over 4 decades Springbok, Protea award winner and multiple SA National motocross champion with 4 decades of SA National titles to his… more

// Happy New Year to everyone in this great group. I have had so much fun following the group all year and I am grateful to all those who contributed and, of course, to Admin for all their hard work and time. The first person to guess the name of… more

Bamako (Mali) receives European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification as an approved site for line maintenance ASAM S.A. (www.ASAM-mali.com), the Airport Assistance Company of Mali, today announced its certification as an Approved Maintenance… more

While the UK’s ‘Motorsport Valley’ may be renowned worldwide, the origin of this centre of excellence for motorsport is not well known Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) CEO Chris Aylett explains how ‘Motorsport Valley’ came to be Video link:… more

Mercedes-Benz Vans partners with the New Year's Cup football tournament to foster youth development Manufacturer to be automotive sponsor, with six vans being availed for the event GRAHAMSTOWN - Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa has announced a… more

As the year winds down, many thousands of parents or guardians are considering a new or used car for their children who will either be studying at tertiary institutions, or starting to work. Some people are also considering a new vehicle for… more

AA releases second annual AA Entry-Level Vehicle Safety Report The report considered the safety features of 25 vehicles available in South Africa currently priced under R160 000. This is R10 000 (6.7%) more than the vehicles considered last year to… more

MasterTips: Driving tips during school holidays During the school holidays, you can be sure there will be more children on the roads. This is what you can do to ensure all road users, young or old, remain safe on the roads during the holiday season.… more

Double championship-winning 2004 Ferrari F1 car, the F2004 confirmed for the Ferrari main feature at Autosport International It was one of the most dominant F1 cars in history, collecting 15 wins throughout the 2004 season The F2004 was the car in… more